Acclaimed author Janet Newman will introduce us to Clara Pagel, an inspiring woman who embarked on a solo world tour at the age of 40 on the eve of World War II. Through Clara’s letters, Newman shares stories of adventure and resilience, providing a unique look at one of Wisconsin’s pioneering solo female travelers. This […]

Join us for more stories for Leonette Tackenberg, as she shares tales from her childhood and growing up in Sturgeon Bay nearly 100 years ago!

All are invited to be a Heritage Hero! Join us every other Tuesday at Heritage Village from 10 a.m. - noon to complete odd jobs including light cleaning, yard work, organization, and more!

Barb Hunt will give a presentation on the history of quilts and share information about the numerous quilt we have at Heritage Village.

All are invited to be a Heritage Hero! Join us every other Tuesday at Heritage Village from 10 a.m. - noon to complete odd jobs including light cleaning, yard work, organization, and more!

Join Destination Door County and the "Leave No Trace" program. Learn what it means it be a responsible visitor and help keep Door County the beautiful place that it is. Take the pledge! Enjoy a light lunch and then go on a docent-led tour through Heritage Village.

Zona Gale, a Wisconsin novelist and playwright, made history as the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. The series will culminate with a staged reading of her acclaimed play Miss Lulu Bett in the Vignes Schoolhouse. Costumed actors will bring Gale’s characters to life, and a talkback session will follow, encouraging the […]

We will be open by appointment. Please call for more information. Also, we will be open for our annual Christmas tours.

Come learn the spooky history behind one of America's favorite holidays, and compete for prizes carving original jack o' lanterns- turnips! Prizes awarded for "most creative" and "most historically accurate!" Cost is free - donations are accepted.